The Mystery of Arctic Sea Ice Arriving in Cape Breton (c/o Dr. Paul) For years, in late March, the Englishtown Ferry, 10 km from Cabot Shores, was out of service because Arctic sea ice blocked its passage. And sometimes as you traveled the Cabot Trail, you’d see ice floating along the Cape Breton coast. The coast …
A Range of Cape Breton Birds and Mammals Spotted Around Cabot Shores During Winter As you walk out the door of Cabot Shores’ lodge rooms, yurts, domes or chalets, you are likely to see Cape Breton wildlife during winter. Eagles perch on spruce trees high above Church Pond, moose stand in the apple orchard or …
My name is Jilian and I am the Garden to Table intern at Cabot Shores. My role is to manage our gardens and work with our chef to help infuse our menu with homegrown ingredients. Despite the seemingly never-ending winter, our gardens are now in full bloom. We began prepping the outdoor garden in mid May, snow …
Okay, I have a bias towards waterfalls, spectacular trail-side views of water, and old growth forests. Duration: 25 minutes to 5 hours. So here they are: #1 Indian Brook Falls; # 2 North River Falls, #3 Black Brook/Falls.
1. Indian Brook Falls Hike (challenging)
The Cabot Trail goes along the coast on the east (Atlantic) side of Cape Breton Island.
Take the Cabot Trail to the village of Indian Brook. A landmark the bridge over Indian Brook. The Trail starts on the northwest side of the Brook.
During the heat of summer, you can do the hike in and alongside the Brook. In early […]
There are many benefits to rising early in the morning and getting a peaceful, quiet start to your day. At Cabot Shores we look forward to the sun rising over the ocean, illuminating the Bird Islands and casting beautiful pink and purple color across the sky. Another reason to get up early is to watch …
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Have old-fashioned grass and ground underneath you and still be near the Cabot Trail. At the edge of the Indian Brook Wilderness, along the Indian Brook River, just below the Indian Brook waterfalls, you’ll have access to tent sites, fire pits, picnic tables, Church Pond and Indian Brook swimming holes, along with a plethora of Cape Breton’s finest sights and activities right at your fingertips:
Swim, fish and kayak/canoe - Hike, bird and moose gaze - Cook, play and enjoy solitude
Our campgrounds are terrific for:
Cyclists, alone or in groups, of all stripes
Hikers
– Couples and Families
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